Farmers Market – Seattle

Here’s another feature of a farmers market. The one in Seattle is probably the best one I’ve been to so far in the US. The seafood selection there is unbelievable and their fresh produce looks scrumptious. I visited the city in the spring and of course, it was rainy, but the market is mostly covered by awnings so the weather doesn’t interfere with your shopping experience.

We got to sample a few things and watched the exciting spectacle at the fish station, where workers yell, dance, sing and throw fish, not necessarily in that order. There is always a crowd watching them and I’m pretty sure they’ve been featured on a few TV shows now.

The other thing I liked about the market was its variety of produce. I finally saw elephant garlic, not anything I had found at any other markets I’d been to. Also many veggies from the cabbage family and the usual ones too.

Of course the seafood selection is unparalleled. You can buy everything from crab, mussels, oysters, shrimp, scallops, clams, lobsters, and an endless array of fish.

The market is located next to a bunch of small cafes and restaurants so you can stroll through the market and grab a bite to eat afterwards or vice versa. The views from those restaurants are stunning as you get to overlook the water and boats.

Right across the street from the market is also the very first Starbucks built. The line for coffee is ridiculous but tourists that we were, we braved it and had our coffee half an hour later. The store is jam-packed with tourists and even outside it’s impossible to navigate around those taking pictures in front of the store.

If you ever visit Seattle, don’t miss out on the opportunity to check out their amazing and fun farmers market. It is truly one of the best experiences in that city.